1962 DKW Junior vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DKW Junior would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1962 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | DKW | Hyundai |
| Model | Junior | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 75 L |
